Seatbelt Safety in Florida: Essential Facts About Buckling Up in 2024
Discover why this life-saving device remains your best defense on our busy roads, and what local authorities are doing to protect our community.
Distracted Driving in South Florida: A Serious Risk
In the fast-paced streets of South Florida, distracted driving has become a serious issue, contributing to an increasing number of crashes each year. With so many distractions at our fingertips—phones, navigation systems, and even everyday conversations—it’s easy to lose focus. However, in a region like ours, where traffic is heavy and roads are busy, even a split second of inattention can lead to tragedy. As part of South Florida’s Vision Zero initiatives, communities like Palm Springs are working to eliminate traffic-related deaths. Let’s do our part by staying alert and keeping our streets safe for everyone.
Village of Palm Springs Trunk or Treat – A Vision Zero Event
On October 19th, 2024, DDEC participated in the Village of Palm Springs’ Trunk or Treat event, where we gathered feedback for the Vision Zero Action Plan. Our team, represented by Uyen Dang and Orlando Toro, engaged with over 100 attendees through a survey. We’re excited to use this input to help make Palm Springs safer for everyone!
Palm Beach County Mobility Week 2024: Everything You Need to Know
Palm Beach County Mobility Week 2024 is an initiative aimed at promoting safe and sustainable transportation options. The week encourages residents to use public transit, biking, and walking while addressing key issues like safety and environmental impact. Events include safety workshops, free transit rides, and community bike rides, with highlights like the Halloween Trunk or Treat and the Ride Roll Stroll Challenge. Sign up to participate and make a difference!
Halloween Tales of Deadly Speed: The Real Horror on our Streets
As Halloween approaches, let’s consider a real danger haunting our streets: speeding. Nearly one-third of all traffic fatalities involve speeding, claiming about 10,000 lives yearly. On Halloween night, when pedestrian activity peaks, the risks are even higher. A car traveling at 20 mph can stop in time for a child crossing the road, while one at 40 mph could be fatal. This Halloween, remember that slowing down isn’t just about following rules—it’s about preserving the spirit of community and keeping our neighborhoods safe for all.
Palm Springs Targets High-Risk Roads in Vision Zero Push
Extra, Extra, Read all about it! Vision Zero Palm Springs identifies High Injury Network, focuses efforts on most dangerous streets!
Safe Streets Revolution Hits Palm Springs!
Extra, Extra, Read all about it! Vision Zero Palm Springs unveils revolutionary street safety measures!
Vision Zero Comes to Palm Springs
Extra, Extra, Read all about it! Vision Zero initiative launches in Palm Springs, aiming to eliminate all traffic fatalities and severe injuries!
Third Time’s the Charm: Opa-locka Hosts Third Bicycle Tune-Up Repair Event
In spirit of Rail Safety Week and Park(ing) Day, the City of Opa-locka hosted the third pop-up bicycle repair station on October 3rd, 2024, at the Opa-locka Tri-Rail Station. Several organizations, including the City of Opa-locka, the South Florida Regional Transportation Authority (SFRTA), Miami-Dade County Department of Public Works, and Epik Ridez Bikes collaborated in making this event possible.
Vision Zero in Opa-locka: Understanding Our Road Safety Challenge
Opa-locka is working hard to make our streets safer for everyone. Our goal? Zero deaths and serious injuries on our roads by 2030. This plan is called “Vision Zero.” Let’s look at why this is so important.
